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Operation Tiger turns real: Two Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs confirm switch to Shinde-led Shiv Sena

Two Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar and Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar, have defected to the Eknath Shinde-led faction, citing a lack of development funds and Uddhav Thackeray's absence during local polls. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declared 'Operation Tiger' successful, while Shinde vowed to complete his missions. Thackeray,…

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Sena (UBT) crisis: Operation successful, says Fadnavis; I never leave operations incomplete, asserts Shinde

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declared "Operation Tiger" successful, indicating defections from the Shiv Sena (UBT) to the Eknath Shinde-led faction. Deputy CM Shinde affirmed his commitment to completing operations. Fadnavis emphasized Shinde's leadership as carrying forward Balasaheb Thackeray's true ideology, urging Uddhav Thackeray to introspect. He also clarified adjustments…

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Some dissident MPs scared of public anger, in touch with Sena (UBT): Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claims dissident MPs are in touch due to fear of public backlash, with talks ongoing with at least two. He criticizes Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Shiv Sena factions, asserting Uddhav Thackeray leads the true party. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan taunts…

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This is just a trailer, film yet to come: Shinde on buzz of 6 Sena (UBT) MPs' likely switchover

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde declared that the potential defection of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs to his faction is merely a prelude to larger political shifts. Addressing party workers, Shinde alluded to internal party issues within Uddhav Thackeray's camp, suggesting a need for introspection. He also expressed confidence…

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Shiv Sena turns 60: Uddhav faction faces existential crisis, Shinde group battles for relevance

Mumbai's Shiv Sena marks 60 years with its factions facing significant challenges. Uddhav Thackeray's group confronts an existential crisis, while Eknath Shinde's faction battles for relevance against a dominant BJP. The party's historical alliance with BJP fractured, leading to the current division.

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"Unbreakable bond": Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena posts Balasaheb Thackeray's photograph on 60th foundation day

Shiv Sena marked its 60th foundation day with a symbolic photograph of Bal Thackeray and Eknath Shinde. This event highlights the ongoing political rivalry between the two Shiv Sena factions. Speculation is rife about UBT Sena MPs potentially joining Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's group. The Election Commission had previously recognized…

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Action will be taken against Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs who violate whip, says Arvind Sawant

Shiv Sena (UBT) has issued a whip to its MPs ahead of a crucial meeting in New Delhi. Party leaders have stated that action will be taken against those who defy the whip. Rebel MPs have reportedly met with the Lok Sabha Speaker, claiming support from six out of nine…

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Shiv Sena (UBT) rebellion buzz: BJP leader accuses Uddhav of driving his party to decline

Maharashtra BJP leader Keshav Upadhye suggested a split in Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT). He accused the party's leadership of ignoring public mandate and causing its decline. Speculation is rife about a rebellion, with several MPs reportedly considering a switch. Sanjay Raut alleged attempts to buy MPs. Ruling Shiv Sena…

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Politics of ‘Marathi asmita’ skips half of Maharashtra

Over the past few months, Maharashtra has seen a renewed wave of Marathi identity politics – or asmita, as it’s known. It began when the Devendra Fadnavis-led government issued a government resolution (GR) making Hindi a compulsory third language in schools. Following backlash, the government quietly revised the order, saying…

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BJP tally didn’t dip only due to minorities. But blaming them is both easy and strategic

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was the first. A “certain community”, he said, was responsible for the defeat of the BJP in three northeastern states: Manipur, Meghalaya and Nagaland. Sarma, it seemed, was referring to Christians.

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Sena vs Sena to play out again in Maharashtra as Phase 5 sees contest moving to ‘Maximum City’ Mumbai

Shiv Sena split leads to intense Lok Sabha battles in Maharashtra, determining leadership and faction control.

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Previous Congress regimes wanted to allot 15% of Union budget for minorities, claims PM Modi

PM Modi accuses Congress of wanting religious-based budget allocation, vows to protect reservation rights, criticizes opposition alliance.

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Raj Thackeray’s MNS could be both a boon and bane for the BJP

MNS leader Raj Thackeray's alliance with BJP in Maharashtra elections faces scrutiny amid shifting political dynamics.

The Hindu

Sena vs Sena: Which is the ‘real’ Shiv Sena in Mumbai and Thane?

On the evening of May 8, Mumbai’s blue skies were painted tangerine as crowds waved orange flags in the neighbourhood of Irla. Hundreds walked along, flags held aloft, following a truck bearing a photo of party founder Balasaheb Thackeray.

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Sanjay Raut dismisses Modi’s ‘mellow’ remarks on Uddhav Thackeray, says PM afraid of losing election

Sanjay Raut called the PM “a liar” while stating that Mr. Modi would never have thought of splitting the Shiv Sena had he any real affection for Mr. Thackeray.

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Amit Shah targets Uddhav’s ‘fake Sena’ during Konkan rally

Amit Shah dared the ex-Chief Minister to take V.D. Sarvarkar’s name in his speeches while remarking that the real Shiv Sena belonged to Eknath Shinde.

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Devendra Fadnavis, Uddhav Thackeray spar over grooming Aaditya as Maharashtra’s next CM

Maharashtra CM post: Uddhav Thackeray claims Devendra Fadnavis promised to groom Aaditya Thackeray as Maharashtra's next CM, sparking political controversy.

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General Elections 2024 | When campaign trails were carnivals

Seasoned journalists look back at a pre-tech era when charismatic leaders and festival-like canvassing won votes

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My party is not like your degree: Uddhav Thackeray hits back at PM Modi over ‘fake’ Shiv Sena remark

Palghar Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray criticizes PM Modi, vows to scrap Vadhavan port project, and opposes BJP corruption.

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Modi making slaves out of 140 crore Indians, says Uddhav Thackeray

Uddhav Thackeray lashed out at Mr. Shah, questioning how many “real” BJP leaders remained in the ruling party today.

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Lok Sabha polls | MVA a directionless autorickshaw, says Amit Shah at Nanded rally

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticizes Maha Vikas Aghadi as a directionless autorickshaw, comprised of fake Shiv Sena, NCP factions.

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I rebelled because Bal Thackeray's ideology was being compromised: Maharashtra CM Shinde

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde rebels against Uddhav Thackeray, citing abandonment of Bal Thackeray's ideology.

The Hindu

Sanjay Nirupam | Return of the prodigal son?

Sanjay Nirupam's political journey from journalism to Shiv Sena and Congress, marked by alliances, rivalries, and controversies.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha: Raj Thackeray meets Amit Shah in Delhi as BJP looks to seal alliance with MNS

MNS chief Raj Thackeray meets with BJP's Amit Shah amid speculation of alliance in Maharashtra and NDA.

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Under ED lens, Uddhav Thackeray’s close aide Ravindra Waikar joins Shinde-led Sena

Former Minister Ravindra Waikar joins Shiv Sena faction led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, citing commitment to constituency development.

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